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Keylan R.

Reliable Pet Sitter!

New Providence, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have more than 5 years of experience caring after animals. I used to have a black Labrador and now have 2 cats at home. They are my crazy children! I also watch a beautiful blue Hyacinth Macaw some weekends. I am comfortable with any pet as long as snakes aren't involved (I fear them ). I am soon to be CPR pet certified. I...
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Sabrina C.

Dog Walker And Pet Sitting/Boarding (All Animals Welcome!)

New Providence, NJ

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have 8 years of professional experience as a dog walker and pet sitter as well as being a lifetime pet owner. I have experience with every kind of animal and am open to any pet care job. I have a doberman so I am comfortable walking large dogs. I am open to all jobs so please contact me with any questions if you are...
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Brianna C.

New Providence, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have many years of experience with walking and taking care of my own dogs, as well as dog sitting for other families. I have had doberman my whole life, so I definitely have experience with big dogs. I have taken care of other dogs ranging from small chihuahuas and yorkies to bigger dogs, such as pit bulls and labs. I have...
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Laura C.

Dog And Cat Helper

New Providence, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
I provide dog/cat sitting in your own home. Walk your dog and perform baths. I have my own 2 dogs so I am experienced with taking care of animals.
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Madeleine M.

New Providence, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet transportation
dog training
pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Madeleine, an experienced and dependable dog walker and pet sitter. I've worked with dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and I'm passionate about keeping pets happy, active, and safe. Whether it's daily walks, playtime, or in-home care, I treat every pet like my own. Flexible scheduling and lots of love guaranteed!
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Maria S.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
I have been pet sitting since 2019. My services include dog walking, cat care and dog boarding in my home. I have a family of animal lovers and we all work together to make our furry friends safe, comfortable and happy. I have worked with many kinds of breeds such as: beagles, German shepherds, Boxers, Poodle mixes, and more.

Wendy M. says "Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In fact, I suspect he...

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Gina P.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
Hello my name is Gina I'm a local pet sitter, I live with animals since childhood. I have Over 3 years experience in handling animals and pets(I been working has a local dog walker for the last 3years in combination to my full-time nanny job) Free of allergies from animal hair/dander In-depth knowledge of different breeds of...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the moment I met...

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Cathy M.

Animal Lover

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have a lot of experience of taking care of pets. I, myself had a dog, and I've taken care of the pets of families I have worked for whether it be day walks, feedings and/or overnight care so your fur-babies aren't locked up in a boarding facility; which I love and adore spending time and snuggles. I'm honest, kind, and get...
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Kathleen D.

Fun Sitter/ Cat Lover And Doggies Too

Warren, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have many years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Sitting and dog walkingI have owned pets my whole life and they are my world. I am Certified in Reiki I for pets and will complete my further training this year. Looking forward to meeting your beauties:))

Bernard S. says "Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!"

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Samantha L.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Samantha. I am a reliable and experienced dog sitter for the last 5 years. I absolutely love animals! I have done it all from feeding, walking, playing, and hanging out with the animals I sit for. I love dogs of all sizes and ages. Can also perform baths and light grooming. If needed, I have references.

Andrew B. says "Great with our dog Kobe. Flexible with our hours. Will keep her for occasional pet sitting or dog walking in future jobs."

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Janel M.

Part Time Pet Sitter

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
+ 1 more
I've had the great pleasure to have 2 wonderful cats in my life since the young age of 3 to age 20. They brought much happiness and much laughter in me and my moms life until they passed a few years ago. About 3 months ago, I just got a toy size poodle dog which I absolutely love. She is 5months now and is very playful and...
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Zviad G.

Pet Lover Person And Experienced Sitter

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
8 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Friendly and trusted pet sitter, who can care on different kinds of pets and enjoy with dog walking routinely.
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Mitchna J.

Young Dog Sitter (Hopeful For A Job)

West Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grooming
pet walking
pet sitting
daily feeding
boarding
I'm a young dog sitter, hoping to find a job on here. I'm loving, kind, and great with pets. I will treat your dog just like my own. I had many pets growing up and able to take care of your dog in any situation. I'm very mature. I hope you'll find me eligible for this job.
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Leah W.

Dedicated Dog Walker And Pet Sitter

Westfield, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
My parents never wanted the responsibility of having a pet when I was younger no matter how much I begged for one. When I was old enough to get a job they told me I should be a dog walker or a pet sitter so that I could play with dogs and cats. That's exactly what I did. I've been pet sitting and dog walking on and off since...
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Savannah R.

Loving Petsitter And Responsible Caregiver

South Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have had several years of experience caring for my pets and pet sitting for multiple families. I have watched over dogs and cats. I adore animals and treat them with the most care and love as if they were my own.
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Aleksandra C.

Linden, NJ

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$27/hr
9 years experience
I have dogs all my life. I took care of many street dogs in my country. Everyone who knows me knows how much I love dogs and all pets.I'm working part-time and have plenty of time to sit with your dogs or walk with them when needed. I can fit to your requests. I can walk your dogs and take care of them in your house if...
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Adrianna Y.

Dog Sitter

Linden, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Love dog sitting with sweet pets . Willing to watch them and meet any requirements. Open to watch over night as well
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Rosette H.

Colonia, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I've been pet sitting on and off for a few years now. I have owned both cats and dogs and I'm comfortable around them. I have also been around birds and I'm comfortable taking care of them as well.
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Emily M.

Westfield, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am an animal lover, with experience watching dogs and cats. My family also has had a dog that I've helped to care of for about five years now. I am comfortable with walking, or pet sitting! I take caring for animals very seriously, and understand the importance of playing with and making pets feel loved while their owners are...
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Flavia R.

Travel Dog Sitting

Livingston, NJ

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Are you traveling and need sitter for your dog? I am a dog lover looking for to take care of your dog in the comfort of my home while you are away. I live in Livingston. If this sounds good to you please send me a message. Thank you.
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  • 60 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent dog sitter reviews from local parents in New Providence, NJ

Dog Sitters in New Providence, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed dog sitters

Maria S.

Maria and her whole loving family, including R, are absolutely great. My dog feels just as at home there as he does at his real home. In...

- Wendy M.

Gina P.

I cannot recommend Gina enough as a cat sitter! Whenever I need to travel, she is my go-to person for taking care of my two cats. From the...

- Care member

Kathleen D.

Kathleen watched our 3 Bernese mountain dogs at our home... She helped with the feedings , walks, and truly adores animals!!

- Bernard S.

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in New Providence, NJ

Dog sitters near you in New Providence, NJ can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.

You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in New Providence, NJ to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in New Providence, NJ is $18.00.

Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in New Providence, NJ. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.

To safely hire a dog sitter near you in New Providence, NJ we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.

To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in New Providence, NJ, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.

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